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Pantry Challenge: Falling Off of the Wagon

How many individual packets of sugar does it take to make a half a cup? I’m proud, well, almost proud, to say I now know the answer. I officially ended our pantry challenge when I asked my husband to bring home a bag of sugar (and cold cuts and bread and milk and diapers). My moment of defeat came yesterday when I was faced with fact that it is already February, and we haven’t brought in the class snack for Andrew’s Kindergarten class. Not a problem, I thought, I’ll just make some sugar cookies. I got out the cookie cutters, … Continue reading →

Tip of the Day- It’s No Sugar Day!

If you had a hard time getting through “No Soda Day”, here’s a real treat for you! Today, just for today, try to go without sugar. Sugar has been named the bad guy in many a health problem. The most apparent is diabetes, but it also can be a major player in depression, yeast infections, headaches, and obesity, just to name a few. I wouldn’t dare suggest that you or I go without it for longer than a day. That would be extreme measures indeed. You’d be rebelling against me in masses. I’d probably have to escort myself to the … Continue reading →

Tip of the Day- It’s No Soda Day!

As I’ve mentioned before, I’m not a big soda drinker. I’ll occasionally sip a soda when I’m out to dinner, but mostly I find the little bubbles annoying and the syrup too sweet. So, this one isn’t really as big of a problem for me as some things are. But here’s the low down on soft drinks. In the year 2000, 15 billion gallons of soda pop were sold in the United States. This averages out to a 12 ounce serving every day for every man woman and child. Yikes! Take a mental inventory. Do you know how much soda … Continue reading →

Recover From Sugar Addiction

Do You Have A Sugar Addiction? Take a moment to reflect on these questions. 1. Do you eat large quantities of sweets? 2. Do you feel a need to have them and avoid sharing? 3. Will you go get what you want, no matter the hour? 4. Do you have mood swings, suffer from depression, have unpredictable behavior, or have moments of aggression? 5. Do you have a short attention span or are you forgetful? 6. Do you have an eating disorder or a weight problem? 7. Have you tried to limit or eliminate all sweets, but failed repeatedly? 8. … Continue reading →

Countdown to 2007: Get Ready…

With 2007 only a few days away, it’s time to get ready to obtain those goals you made for yourself. If you decided to drink more water in the New Year, you’ll want to prepare your house by eliminating some of the sugary drinks that may have kept you from this goal in the past. Sure, sugary drinks and sodas may taste good, but did you know that caffeine can actually stimulate your appetite? For now, while you’re trying to make and stick to your goal, replace those sugary drinks with sugar-free options. Even better, invest in some lemons, limes … Continue reading →

Honey We’re Killing the Kids

No, not really – it’s just that’s the name of a reality television show on the Learning Channel. The show, while still falling into the shuddering category of reality television does offer a unique challenge in perspective as well as nutritional advice for families. Primarily, the show confronts the poor eating and health habits of families where the average family is giving their children about 40 teaspoons of sugar a day when they should only be getting 10. Shudder Imagine actually consuming 40 teaspoons of sugar in a day. You probably can’t – at least not without a sickening feeling … Continue reading →

Maui’s Sugar Museum

Maui is known world wide as an unforgettable honeymoon destination complete with incredible beaches and fabulous golf courses. But, there is more to the island than its powdery white sand and crystal clear waters. Maui is also home to a unique cultural experience that the whole family can appreciate. The Alexander and Baldwin Sugar Museum is located just 10 miles from the Kahului Airport. It is the only place on the entire island where you can get a taste of what is was like to work on a real sugar plantation. You’ll also learn how the sugar industry helped shaped … Continue reading →